posted October 20, 2004 01:45 AM         

I told him okay and now he's in the bed behind me. He was very happy and said "See! No crab here!"

How do I handle this? *baffles*

posted October 20, 2004 01:48 AM         

My kids went through this. I went to Target (or wherever) and got a new (cheapo) lamp. In the light bulb section there are 15w bulbs. Night lights are only something like 7w, and just light it up enough to make the shadows scary. 15w bulbs are just a bit brighter, but still too dim to even read by.

Maybe that will help?

posted October 20, 2004 02:08 AM         

*puppy dog face*

posted October 20, 2004 02:16 AM         

Gia might know about it too. it really is worth a look. you can alleviate the problem by simply moving the bed, as the stress moves along lines....

posted October 20, 2004 03:11 AM         

as for a little person, he may have been uneasy, but not known the cause, or related it to his bed. as the unease magnifies, he may begin to identify it with his bed.

posted October 20, 2004 03:28 AM         

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GEOPATHIC ZONES (or Geopathogenic Zones as Dr. Hartmann called them) are in effect places of radiation present at the points of the Earth's energy system grid crossings, but also radiation caused by subterranean running water, certain mineral concentrations, fault lines, underground cavities and combination of these.

These energies and zones are perfectly natural, even essential and play important role in nature. All of us come into contact with them every day and they don’t pose any danger when we spend only brief or shorter periods of time in contact with them. The problem arises when we start spending extended periods of time within these zones as when we sleep or have a work desk and a chair within such a zone. This gives rise to the phenomenon of GEOPATHIC STRESS.

While geopathic stress does not directly cause illnesses or poor health, it weakens the body and especially severely compromises the immune system. It may be first noticed as disturbances in sleep patterns, restlessness and/or chronic lethargy and poor health. Without intervention this can eventually contribute to the development of more complex diseases or prolong your recovery from illness. The major issue is an increased risk of cancer. Studies have shown that over 85% of patients who die from cancer had regular exposure to geopathic stress. Dr. E. Hartman MD claimed after treating thousands of cancer patients over 30 years in practice that CANCER IS A DISEASE OF LOCATION caused by Geopathic Stress.

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posted October 20, 2004 03:57 AM         

Perhaps the symbol of the Crab is suggestive, as it relates to the sign of Cancer and the Moon? In the black, as in, the feminine? I know that sounds completely analytical, but the symbol itself was simple for a child.
I don't know how old your son is but maybe he is feeling a little bit estranged from you? I don't mean to imply that you're not spending time with him or anything like that, but children are very needy of their mothers, more than they ever reveal. Is he going through a phase of "being a big boy" or being more independent? Cancer is a sign that is very afraid of losing people/things ... perhaps he is sensing or fearing a loss of some sort.

Or, perhaps it has to do with psychic activity. He may be more receptive now, closer to halloween, and be having strange sensations, etc. or perhaps he is reaching that age when we begin to "grow up" and shut off our psychic awareness.

I don't know if any of this makes any sense. These were just some impressions I received from the symbol itself.

Saffron had some very insightful information about geopathic zones, as well. It has me thinking ... I recently rearranged my own room and I feel much more comfortable sleeping in there now than I did before. Certainly something to look in to.

posted October 20, 2004 06:59 AM         

My younger cousin went through the same thing. I went over to my aunty's at the weekend and she said that when Joe was little - I mean about 4 or 5 I think, he used to coming running into her room, crounching over & covering his head as he ran. I don't remember this, but it broke my heart, since he couldn't explain what was going on

I also used to get 'nightmares' I couldn't explain - they'd just make you wanna leap into comfort when you're that little.

Just do as you are & take advice from the other guys the geographic zones thing does sound interesting

Hey chick - love to you & the family

posted October 20, 2004 10:19 AM         

This is what worked for me.....

(gawd, haven't thought about this for years!) My oldest daughter made a huge dragon and colored it, cut it out and put it in my son's room on the wall, I believe she told him that this dragon was there to protect him and look after him while he was sleeping........it worked. She is 10 years older than he, so I guess she must have been 14? My mother-in-law made dream catchers for all the children and explained what they mean, and they too seem to work for my children.

I think part of the reason the "Dragon" worked was that it was from his big sister, someone who he looked up to, opposed to being from a parent.....in other words, if you decide to try this, are there any older "kids" that may want to help? hope this makes sense.....

I am fortunate that this worked for me, you just never know what is really going on, and to be honest, if they didn't work, I don't know what I would have done, so many avenues to explore.

posted October 20, 2004 11:40 AM         

this powder is similar to that notion, and it's really nice....i used it myself quite a while:

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Dream Dust

Drawing upon the magic of nature, this powder is a combination of Orange, Lavender and Chamomile essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy to create a feeling of calm and peace, and as an aid for restlessness and insomnia.

The talcum free formula is ideal for use directly on the skin, and makes a brilliant after bath routine to help settle, comfort and reassure your child. (Read below to understand why talcum should be avoided in skincare applications).

Packaged in a little container to empower little hands if your children are troubled by nightmares they can use this dust to protect themselves and their environment from bad dreams, whilst creating a calm atmosphere.

Light weight, with just a hint of colour, kids can sprinkle themselves, the carpet and bedding and it will vaccuum up easily without staining. The inclusion of mica rather than glitter gives this powder a very light shimmer (enough to be "magickal" not enough to turn them into a glitter monster).

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she has a lot of good stuff, and info at her website Earthchylde.com

posted October 20, 2004 12:39 PM         

Sheaa Olein ~
thank you **HUGS** Hunter is 5 1/2 now so maybe that's a typical age for this sort of thing.

noreenz ~
No older kids here. No younger kids either! That's a cute idea, though.... making dream catchers and dragons and all!

aqua ~
No he wasn't scared of the dark before this. We moved here in April and he's slept in his own bed just fine with no problems whatsoever until 2 weeks ago

Philbird ~
that is a cute idea, too!!

butterflyeyes ~
That is very sweet

posted October 20, 2004 04:18 PM         

Hey BRM - seriously it might, depending on how Hunter views things. Big monster hugs backatcha bubs!

Hiya sue g! Yep Bach flower remedies are good, I use 'rescue' sometimes. Whether it's a mental thing or not, it works

posted October 22, 2004 04:14 AM         

How is he Amber?

Also, been meaning to ask for a while - how are you? Have you been dreaming much recently? Best wishes as always

Pix - I've never seen a 'sully' room guard - knowing me.. I'd imagine it'd make me jump too! It's a cool idea though for the babes to feel protected that lil' bit more

Hey miss_apples - y'know I've tried the room rearranging thing before it does seem to work - there's a 'freshness' to it, seems to lighten things up